Medium GPU allows playing most demanding games, but only at low detail settings and resolution, and less demanding games (WoW, Sims3, etc) at high settings and resolution

GPU is not suitable for latest, demanding games (Assassin's creed, Black Ops 2, etc) at high or medium detail settings and resolution

15.6" screen provides good tradeoff between desktop replacement and portability

Weight of 5.6 lbs is typical for this screen size

Economy display with resolution of 1366 x 768; screen space sufficient for most purposes but less than ideal for graphics design, gaming, programming etc

Built in CD/DVD drive; allows watching movies and software installation from CD/DVD

Integrated webcam for video chatting

Processor is more powerful than necessary for typical tasks such as multi-tasking, internet, music, movies, productivity(Word, Spreadsheets, etc), basic photo and video editing. Could downgrade to save money

So far, this is a nice machine. However, the specs on the disc are not correct on the listing. Here is what the disc actually is:Hitachi Z5K500 SpecsInterface: SATA 3GbpsCapacity: 500GBSector Size: 4K... Laptop has been great, only real issue is that is switches boot options at times and has difficulty booting up. Easily fixed. Macafee is a serious nuisance as always.... I have been using this laptop for half a year. The best thing about it is it does not get hot. It also runs fast, and rarely crashes.The screen is nice and big.Good value for money.... This is a great computer, it worth every penny. Just the keyboard sounds a little weird, but everithing else is just great....

Core i7’s are the current top of the line, out of all the Core series processors. They are also the most expensive. For most computer users, an i7 processor is far from necessary. But if you want the latest and fastest, that’s what the i7 is all about.

The Intel Core i7 represents the company's most feature robust processor offering. They are Intel's flagship series of processor, achieving the greatest levels of relative performance. As an excellent all-around processor, the i7 is ideal for enthusiasts, gamers, power users and content creators alike.